Overview of Bryan

There are more than 65,000 residents in Bryan. Bryan apartments for rent are 86 miles east of the trendy and busy college town of Austin. Originally founded in 1821, the city started booming when the Houston and Texas Central Railroad was laid in 1860. Many residents in the area enjoy working up a sweat in the great outdoors, but there is also some great shopping downtown.

Living in Bryan

The most sought after Bryan apartments for rent are located downtown. With help from the Downtown Bryan Association, the center of this unique city is able to maintain a historic atmosphere while continuing to grow and develop. The historic, arts and cultural districts all help to play a part in the creative community that this association has developed.

Head to the local farmers market across the street from the Brazos Valley Courthouse any time of year. You'll also want to plan trips with the kids to the Brazos Valley Children's Museum, Brazos Valley African American Museum and MSC Forsyth Galleries. If you're looking for apartments for rent in Bryan near a park, there are three scattered about in the city.

Bryan Apartments and Cost of Living

Prospective residents of Bryan apartments for rent will likely enjoy an average cost of living that is 7.6 percent less than the national average. The average price of pizza in the city is 11.8 percent less expensive than the national average, along with lower gas and espresso beverage average costs.

The Bryan Housing Authority brings low income housing options to residents living in the area. Through a number of resident services and programs, the department works to create better economic and education opportunities for those living in apartments for rent in Bryan.

Apartments in Bryan Work and Study

As of February 2013, the unemployment rate in Bryan was just 5.3 percent. Being located in Brazos County, home of Texas A&M University, the school provides many people of apartments in Bryan with employment opportunities. The county's economy is also highly dependent on the university.

Many students attending Texas A&M also call one of the many Bryan apartments home. Another option to consider if you would like to further your education while living here is Blinn College. Those interested in a beauty career can attend either Charles and Sues School of Hair Design or Manuel & Theresa's School of Hair Design.

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